107 Useful Office Phrases That You Should Use at Work

April 30, 2020 , You Jing Ng

Some people are not well versed in using proper phrases in a work setting. If we use them on a daily basis, it will result in others perceiving it in a way that will build bridges and develop trust among each other. If you are not a people person, here are 107 phrases to build up a positive relationship with your colleagues.

1. Resolving a conflict or argument

We can work this out together

I understand what you’re saying and…

I see what you mean

There is no need for you to apologise

We all should take a break and calm down

I hear where you’re coming from

Please don’t take that the wrong way

I am sorry that we got off on the wrong foot

Perhaps we can find someone to mediate for us

Let’s work together to turn this into a win-win situation

I believe we can reach an agreement

We should look back at this another time

2. Emphasizing a point

My main concern is…

I want to emphasize that…

Can I make a point?

This is an important matter

We need to keep in mind that…

Just like what I have said…

I would like to point out that…

We should not forget that…

We all should focus on…

3. Staring a meeting

I’d like to welcome you to…

Today’s meeting we will be covering on…

Let’s start the discussion with…

Shall we get down to business…

Let’s take a look at today’s agenda

We are here to decide…

Thank you everyone for joining in today

4. Concluding a meeting

I’d like to thank you all for your time.

We covered a lot of things today.

Let’s meet again next week at this same time.

This is a productive meeting.

Thank you everyone for your attention.

5. Start an email

How are things going for you

How have you been

I hope all is well for you

Let me introduce myself

I would like to follow up on…

It was great to meet you on…

I enjoyed our conversation with you at…

It was a great pleasure meeting you

I hope my message finds you well

Thank you so much for sharing the good news

I apologize for the delay in my response

6. Send clear emails

Please see the attached file for reference

Here is the report that we last talk about

Please keep in mind that…

Please sign the attached form and return it by…

Attach below is the document you requested

I’m attaching a file for your review

You can find additional details at…

I’ve indicated the changes with…

7. End an email

Thank you,

Best Regards,

Sincerely,

Talk to you soon!

Thanks again!

I will follow up with you in…

I look forward to hearing back from you

I will keep you updated as soon as I hear anything more

Have a great day!

8. Managing complaints

Thank you informing us

Thank your pointing that out

I’m sorry for any inconvenience caused

We’re sorry about that

Please accept our apologies

I will inform my manager

I will try and make this better for you

Here is a token to make up for your trouble

We will sort that matter for you immediately

I appreciate that for letting me know about the matter

I am really glad that you inform us

I understand your frustration

9. Giving your opinion

I think that

In my opinion

From my perspective

We should probably…

If you ask me…

I think…

I believe…

For what it’s worth…

The best outcome is…

If you don’t mind my statement so…

10. Agree with somebody

I think think the same way

I have to agree with…

I like your idea

That’s correct

That’s how I view it too

I second that

I couldn’t agree more

I couldn’t have said it better myself

Well said!

11. Disagree with somebody

That may not be true, but..

I don’t think I quite agree

I wouldn’t state that

Did you really think it’s right?

That might not the best approach

What other ideas do you have?

There might be consequences to that

It sounds good on paper, but…

12.Get assistance

Do you have any ideas or suggestions?

How can I fix this problem?

What will you do to fix it?

Where do I start?

Are there any guidelines that I can refer to

Who can assist me?

Is there a manual or tutorial?

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